Animal Classification(Chp.10)

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What does Baraminology mean?

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Baraminology comes from the Hebrew words meaning 'created kind.'

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What is a characteristic that all mammals share?

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All mammals have hair.

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Do invertebrates have skeletons?

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No, invertebrates do not have skeletons.

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How many openings can an animal's digestive system have?

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An animal can have up to 2 opening digestive systems.

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Which animals have fins, scales, and gills?

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Fish have fins, scales, and gills.

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What is the main classification of animals based on their backbone?

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Animals are classified as vertebrates (with backbone) and invertebrates (without backbone).

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What are the four main groups of vertebrates?

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The four main groups of vertebrates are mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

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What is a characteristic of reptiles?

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Reptiles are cold-blooded and usually have scales.

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What is the primary characteristic of amphibians?

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Amphibians typically have a life cycle that includes both aquatic and terrestrial stages.

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What is the difference between warm-blooded and cold-blooded animals?

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Warm-blooded animals can regulate their body temperature, while cold-blooded animals depend on external sources to regulate their temperature.